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I currently have a '99 GTI 2.slow. Don't ask why I got this particular car, there are reasons. I'm not in a particular hurry to get rid of it, but I can't say I'm loving it either.

The biggest choice is between two price classes. the $20-25K and the $35-40K (aka BMW territory).

In the lower range, the candidates seem to be GTI VR6, RSX-S, Accord Coupe 6x6. In the upper range, the BMW 330Ci (what I really want), and the Infinity G35 Coupe 6-speed.
While I'd love to go into the higher range, I can't say I know that it's worth the stretch. The Accord 6x6 seems like an interesting compromise. Good power, good interior, and I think I can live with the looks. However the problem is that it's an Accord, a name that reeks of 'Family Car'. Now, if Honda in the 6x6 Coupe is willing to push the envelope of this models definition, to make it a real performance car (and they seem to be making noises in this direction), I might be willing to give it a try. However, if it's the same old family softy with two doors and a snazzier body, count me out